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Volunteers are the lifeblood of the British Red Cross. All the good work we do is only made possible because every year, tens of thousands of volunteers willingly give up their time to help others.

Location
Red Cross branches and shops operate throughout the UK. Take a look at the Red Cross website for further details at www.redcross.org.uk or find out about activities at your local branch by calling 0845 054 7111.

Age
Volunteer opportunities exist for people from the age of 15 upwards. There are many different activities allowing people of all ages to become involved with the Red Cross in a number of valuable ways.

Ability
Whichever activity you have chosen to get involved in, we?ll ensure you have the necessary skills to get the job done.

Description
Volunteering is much more than just a job. It is an opportunity to meet friends, learn new skills or put existing ones to good use. It is also a chance to be part of a team that will make a difference to people?s lives. There are a range of activities and services you can get involved in to match your interests and skills, such as - first aid at events, emergency response, fundraising, working in a shop, refugee services and many more.

Dedication
Whilst some activities may require certain time commitments, volunteering with the Red Cross is incredibly flexible. A Volunteer Manager in your area will work with you to best find a role fitting with your time avaliability and skills.

Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.

Energy

Arms

Legs

Sight

Hearing

Speech

Learning

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